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We recently wrote about Blogger, dad and gamer Stuart Duncan's Autcraft server. The server's website describes Autcraft as "the first Minecraft server committed to providing safe, fun [learning] environment for children on the autism spectrum and their families." The hugely popular game Minecraft lets players design virtual worlds block by block.
Stuart was diagnosed with Aspergers as an adult and he has a son on the spectrum as well--both are avid gamers. We talked to Stuart about the impact videogames have had on his life and how it feels to see his young son adopt his love of gaming.
How old were you when you were diagnosed with aspergers? I was actually diagnosed at the age of 36. It wasn't until my son was diagnosed at 2.5 years of age that I started to recognize many of the traits in myself. I realized his challenges were very similar to mine
Did you get into video games at an early age? Oh yes, in fact, before I could really speak very well, my uncle would take me to the arcades all the time. His name is Mark but I would call him "gain"... because I couldn't say "game" properly. And that was my name for him for a long time.
I would spend countless quarters there. Then later I got my hands on a Colecovision playing Pong, then Atari and Gemini and then one summer I found myself working my very first job all summer long just to save up for a shiny new Nintendo.
Does your son get his love of gaming from you? His mother has never liked video games or "kid stuff" in general. I'm always the one showing my boys all the great cartoons, toys and of course, video games. So yeah, he definitely gets that from me. I could never get enough video games. I remember my feeling of accomplishment as I watched my Pac-Man score roll over 999,999 and back to 0.
What impact have video games had on you? You will never meet a more dedicated, determined and persistent problem solver than a gamer. You will master reflexes, coordination, precision movements and precision timing and most of all, you will develop problem solving skills that can't be taught any other way.
I guess you could argue that I love video games so much because I'm a logical thinker and I need that challenge... or, you could say that I developed my logical mind from playing all those games and just kept loving it more and more. I'm not really sure. But my son definitely has it as well. He will play a game until he beats it. Which these days, is not really very long. He can beat them pretty quick. But no matter how stuck he may find himself, he will never give up until he solves it.
Many people see video games as mindless entertainment. To me, that better defines movies. To watch a movie, you do nothing but take it in. But with video games, you make "in an instant" decisions and you do it a lot. You have to adapt and you have to learn. Games don't get easier. They don't let you fall you asleep.
That being said, too much isn't healthy either. Particularly for children. But as a tool, a learning and developing tool, video games can be really quite powerful. It's just up to the parent to learn how to use it as the tool that it can be.

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Discover this new form of pressed Czech glass bead.: cabochon 2 holes tht measure 6 mm (flat back cabochon ).
Created with Beam Beads and Prong Beads.
they are all compatible with another
Distance between holes : 2.6mm
Another idea of ??use: Can be used as interlayer to make a bracelet or a necklace 2 rows.
Pkg with 5 grammes ca. 15 beads.
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Early 1900s
The history of National Cadet Corps dates as far back as May 1901 when C M Philips, the acting principal of Raffles Institution formed a cadet corps unit composed of existing and ex-Rafflesians. By 1905, Raffles Institution Cadet Corps was formed. This was followed by the creation of the St Joseph's Institution Cadet Corps in 1906.
The Cadet Corps in Singapore during those early years was aimed more at training the youths for the Singapore Volunteer Corps rather than making it a youth organization. The interest level and enthusiasm, however, began to wane during World War 1 and by the end of 1916, the membership had diminished.
In 1917, steps were taken by the Education authorities to revive the Cadet Corps on a new basis. It was decided that six schools (Raffles Institution, StJoseph 's Institution, Anglo-Chinese School, St Andrew's School, Outram Road School, and Victoria Bridge School ) should each form a Cadet Unit. This time, the Cadet Corps in school would be entirely separated from that of the Volunteer Corps. The aim of the movement was to improve the physique and discipline of the boys, and to inspire them with ideals of esprit-de-corps and patriotism.
In 1918, all the six selected schools formed their Cadet Units under the command of their own Cadet Officers. Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) from various military regiments in Singapore and Wardens from the Prisons helped in the training of the school unit, which included squad drill, recognition of the different parts of a riffle, fields signals and military games.
The usefulness of the military training became apparent during the outbreak of the Second World War. A large number of cadets from St Joseph's Institution, St Patrick's School and Raffles Institution joined the Singapore Volunteer Corp (SVC) and fought against the Japanese troops in the defence of Singapore. In light of their role in the defence of Singapore, the Japanese banned the Cadet Corps in schools.
The Cadet Corps movement was eventually revived in the post-war years with the end of the Japanese Occupation.
The Singapore Sea Cadet Corps was started in 1948 with the formation of a unit from the Junior Technical School. With its training syllabus based on the UK Sea Cadet Corps programme, the corps soon expanded to include five more school units and two open units by 1951. The Sea Cadet Corps HQ was a converted Japanese Patrol Craft moored in Kallang Basin. It later shifted to a Public Work Department office, then to a petrol kiosk. The Governor of Singapore presented the Sea Cadets with their Colours in a formal parade.
The Air Cadet Training Corps was officially recognised on 14 July 1949, when the Singapore Legislative Assembly passed the "MATC Ordinance 1949 Bill" whereby all administration and training of the corps were governed by this Ordinance under the control of the Defence Ministry. This jurisdiction was transferred to the Education Ministry in 1963.
In 1965, the Ministry of Education launched its Cadet Corps expansion programme. The programme was launched by the Ministry to meet the demands of the Republic in preparation for National Service in 1967.
In 1967, the first girls' unit—Raffles Girls' School, was formed in single gender (female) and mixed secondary schools.
In 1969, the land, sea, air and the police cadets were integrated under one organisation – the National Cadet Corps.
The year 1969 also saw the establishment of the NCC Headquarters which is responsible for the training, discipline and welfare of the cadet movements. In 1970, the Police arm left the NCC to form the NPCC under the Ministry of Home Affairs whereas NCC continued under the Ministry of Defence. This occurred when the then Ministry of Interior and Defence was re-organised to form two separate ministries: Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
By 1971, there were 82 Land (Boys) units, 52 Land (Girls) units, 3 Sea Training Centres and an Air Training Centre.
In 1972, the NCC Council was formed as the highest policy making body and the NCC Act was promulgated in 1973.
1984 saw the first recruitment of girls into our NCC Sea and Air units.
Prior to 2001, NCC Headquarters was dispersed into 4 separate camps namely Springleaf Camp, Haig Road Camp, Pasir Panjang Camp and Jalan Teck Whye Camp. HQ NCC was not centralised until the year 2001, with the opening of a single NCC Campus at Amoy Quee Camp, on 30 May.
The year 2001 was a significant one for NCC as it marks the 100th anniversary of the formation of the elite organisation.
2006 – 105th Anniversary Dinner and Award Presentation and the opening of the Motivation Hall by Mr Teo Chee Hean, Minister of Defence, on 9 September.
Today the National Cadet Corps (NCC) is one of the biggest UGs in the MOE family of Uniformed Groups with a wide variety of programmes. The NCC syllabus not only consists of adventure training and also the chance to participate in the many overseas trips. NCC cadets actively participate in the International Cadet Exchange Program (ICEP) which allows them to visit countries like Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, India, Thailand, New Zealand, United Kingdom and the United States. They can also embark on experiential learning through Service Learning projects in China and Indonesia.
2011 – The year 2011 marks the 110th anniversary of NCC which culminates in a 110th Parade in July presided by the President of Singapore, S.R. Nathan.
2014 – In an unprecedented move, our cadets from NCC performed in the show segment in the 2014 National Day Parade, showcasing their flair and discipline as they wowed Singapore with their flag drill performance.
2016 – NCC had the opportunity to showcase some of their programmes during the 1st Uniformed Groups Carnival at Ngee Ann City Plaza. They also organised the biennial 14th National Camp where all Uniformed Groups came together to experience outdoor activities, and to bond with members of other Uniformed Groups.
2017 – NCC introduced the Cadet Strong framework and piloted with nine NCC units. The framework is centred on developing a Strong Body, a Resilient Mind, and a Committed Heart in every NCC cadet. Fitness Challenge and Road Relay were initiated to improve cadets' fitness and build a sense of commitment to their unit.
2018 – NCC rolled out the Cadet Strong framework to all units. Land Expedition was initiated for NCC land cadets. The objectives of the expedition were to develop cadets' body, mind and heart.


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Petroleum Spill
Posted in Uncategorized on August 20th, 2015 by Christine Weber.
In the event of a spill or release of oil/oil products (including petroleum, non-petroleum, food oils, etc.) to the environment, the following procedure should be followed: Immediately evaluate the situation for an ignition source or other fire or explosion hazard. If such a hazard exists, evacuate the area immediately and call the Department of Public Safety... Read more


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College of Three Ravens
February 24 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Hosted By: Barony of Thescorre
Royal Progress:
The Barony of Thescorre welcomes one and all to join us for College of Three Ravens on February 24th, 2018. Our new site, St. Paul's Lutheran School, located at 158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, opens at 9am and closes for clean-up at 10pm. The school is decidedly handicapped accessible – being all on one level. There is plentiful off-street parking.
In addition to the diverse array of learning opportunities that will be occurring in the copious classrooms, there is a full-size gymnasium for Heavy Fighting & Fencing activities! Volunteers for marshalling duties should speak to the Marshals-in-Charge upon arrival.
For those who wish to teach, contact the Chancellor of Classes, Lady Nicole du Marais – firstname.lastname@example.com (585) 300-7319.
Adult Member Discount Event Registration is $12,
Adult Event Registration is $17
Youth (5-17) is $6.
Under 5 is free.
Evening feast is an additional $8, $4 for Youth 5-17, and no charge for kids under 5 years old.
Event registration includes a sideboard lunch prepared by Lady Ragna Feilan (Kayla Schultz) under the mentorship of Baroness Katja Davidova Orlova Khazarina. Feast will be prepared by Lady Lasairfhiona inghean Aindriasa (Vicki Presler). Dietary concerns for both meals should be directed to Vicki at email@example.com (607) 382-0690.
Pre-registration is greatly appreciated for meal planning and places at feast table can *only* be guaranteed if payment is received by 2/17/2018.
Reservationist is Lady Dubheasa inghean Dubgaill (Pam Scholl) 491 Ogden-Parma Townline Road, Spencerport, NY 14559 – email@example.com (585) 820-2149. No calls after 9pm, please. Checks are to be made payable to SCA NY Inc – Barony of Thescorre. Please include modern name, SCAdian name and membership status for each person to be covered by your payment. Also, indicate which are minors, and for whom feast reservations are desired. Inclusion of contact info is critical for clarifications.
No alcohol is permitted at the facility. Enclosed flame is allowed. Service animals are welcome (proof of current vaccinations required). Sneakers must be brought (not worn) into the gym by all combatants to help protect the wooden floors. Smoking is only allowed outside, well away from entryways.
For further information or questions, contact the Autocrat: Lord Eldjarn the Thoughtful (Daniel Clement) 491 Ogden-Parma Townline Road, Spencerport, NY 14559 firstname.lastname@example.com (585) 576-1058. If no answer, leave voicemail.
Take your best route to NYS Thruway (I-90) – exit onto I-490 towards Rochester.
Exit onto I-390 northbound for 7.9 miles.
Use the left lane to take exit 27B onto the Lake Ontario State Parkway westbound.
In 3.2 miles, take East Manitou Road exit, turning left at end of off ramp.
In 0.8 miles, turn right onto Frisbee Hill Road.
In 0.6 miles, turn right onto North Greece Road.
In 256 feet, turn left onto Frisbee Hill Road.
Continue straight as Frisbee Hill Road becomes Wilder Road, which in turn becomes East Avenue.
After a total of 2.9 miles you will arrive at the school (on your right).


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Private life insurer HDFC Life has launched the Cancer Care product which is a health plan that provides financial support on diagnosis of early or major stages of cancer.
This product offers a fixed lump sum benefit on diagnosis of early and major stages of cancer, waives future premiums and also pays regular income on diagnosis for treatment of cancer.
The plan also has an indexation option whereby the sum assured increases by 10% every year. The plan is attractively priced with a Rs. 20 lakh cover for a period of 20 years being available to a 35 year male for less than Rs 1, 800 annual premium and is also eligible for tax benefits.
For a 10 year policy, the price for silver option is Rs 832 for male, and Rs 1390 for female annually. The pricing for female is higher since the risks of breast cancer are applicable for them.
To buy the policy, an individual has to answer eight questions on the proposal form that range from smoking habits, presence of any major diseases like HIV/AIDS, tumor apart from whether the customers' parents or sibling suffered from cancer before reaching the age of 60 years. If all the answers are negative (No), then the prospect can buy a policy. No medical test is required.
Amitabh Chaudhry, MD & CEO, HDFC Life said, "In many instances, out of pocket expenditure for treatment of cancer means household savings are wiped out or families go into debt for their lifetime."
About 25,000 policies have been sold so far. The sum assured ranges from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 40 lakh. The plan is available for the customers between 18 years to 65 years of age and the policy term ranges between 10 to 20 years.


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Sign Up Today Limited Seats!!
Apache, Oklahoma
Sign Up Today Limited Seats!!
We will be participating in the Trunk or Treat at the Apache First United Methodist Church on Oct 31st.
The lucky winner of the Apache Warrior fundraiser quilt was Tara (Torres) Stewart. Thank you to everyone that participated and supported the Apache Public Library in this fundraiser.
Donate blood and get good things in return!
Donors get 2 free tickets to the OKC zoo AND a really cute t-shirt.
Don't miss out on your chance to win this beautiful, Apache-themed quilt! Plus, you'll be helping out the library. Come by the library for your shot to win.
It's all about health, fitness and sports. On your mark, get set, READ!
Get ready to move with us at the library!
Sometimes it's hard to know if the information you find on the web is trustworthy. Or, what if you just can't find what you need?
You get to talk with a real person who knows the medical information ropes.
Come on in to the library and sign up for a whole lot of fun! Grab your cape and mask – this summer we're celebrating heroes.
Contact the library for details.
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Apache, OK
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Tuesday - Friday 8am to 6 pm
Closed Sat, Sun and Mon
This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services


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Girl Scouts
Become a Girl Scout! Girl Scouts meet in the cafeteria on Monday from 3:10-4:15. The program runs from September to May. See the Girl Scout brochure for more information.
Sign Language Club
Sign language club is for both students and parents who are interested in learning basic sign language. The club will run from January through March and will meet one time per week for an hour. More details to come!
Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a program developed for girls in grades 3-5 in which running is used to inspire and motivate girls, encourage lifelong health and fitness, and build confidence through accomplishment. At the end of the season, the girls and their running buddies complete a 5k running event which gives them a tangible sense of achievement as well as a framework for setting and achieving life goals.
The Girls on the Run meet at Jane Addams School on Monday and Thursday from 3:15 to 4:30. The season runs from March through May. More details will be provided in February of 2017.
After School Tutoring
The purpose of the Title I After-School Tutoring Programs is to provide extended learning for students who are at risk of not meeting grade level academic standards in literacy and math. Sessions will be composed of reading and/or math lessons for students in 2nd -5th grades. Please contact the Principal Frank Mikl at [email protected] for more information.
IMSA Fusion is a 4th and 5th grade student enrichment program that incorporates science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Participants engage in activities that encourage problem solving, critical thinking, and cooperative learning. The program is designed for children who excel in math and science.


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Theatrical performer
CROSSWORD CLUE: Theatrical performer
LAST SEEN: January 23 2018
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The Ukrainian Youth Association Melbourne strives to achieve the following:
To organise and educate Australian youth of Ukrainian descent of the educational ideals embodied in our motto "God and Ukraine."
To instill Ukrainian national consciousness and a strong Christian moral individuality in our members.
To uphold the unity of the Ukrainian diaspora in Australia.
To strive for the total sovereignty and independence of the Ukrainian nation.
To afford to its members a means of social interaction, cultural improvement and recreation within the Association.
To promote the benefits of a rounded lifestyle, including sporting activities, cultural events and academic pursuits to its members.
To foster Ukrainian culture and tradition amongst its members.
To consult, co-operate and combine with other similar Associations and persons in Australia or internationally.


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SOURCE: TicketNetwork.com
December 09, 2011 10:25 ET
SOUTH WINDSOR, CT--(Marketwire - Dec 9, 2011) - Country heavyweights Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw are heading out on tour together next year for the first time in ten years. The two will visit 19 cities on the Brothers of the Sun Tour, including Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; and Dallas, TX. The series will begin on June 2, 2012, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL, and end with a two-day run at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, MA, on August 24 and 25.
As the third highest-selling tour of the past month on the TicketNetwork Exchange*, the duo is in very high demand. Average prices for this tour have a very wide range. At one end of the scale, the lowest average ticket price is $168 for the June 16 concert at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. At the other end, the highest average price is $429 for the July 28 concert at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. The overall average ticket price for the tour as a whole is $224.
Fellow country acts Jake Owen and Grace Potter and The Nocturnals will support Chesney and McGraw during the tour. See below for average ticket prices on selected dates, and visit TicketNetwork.com to find up-to-date information about all the tour dates.
Selected Cities and Average Selling Prices for the Brothers of the Sun Tour
*As of 12/8/2011 10:00 a.m. EST. Prices may fluctuate based on market demand.
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TicketNetwork.com is a TicketNetwork, Inc. property. TicketNetwork, Inc.'s operations also include TicketNews, TicketNetwork Direct, and TicketNetwork® Point-of-Sale solutions.
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A university student who took revenge on his two-timing girlfriend by putting photographs of them having sex on to the Friends Reunited website was jailed for five months yesterday.
Philip Nourse, 21, hacked into the girl's entry on the website - where people can trace old friends - altered her details and added pictures of them making love. Then he set up another site through an American company showing video footage of him engaged in sexual acts with the 19-year-old air stewardess.
Guildford Crown Court was told that Nourse intercepted her text messages through friends working for a mobile phone company, hacked into her e-mails and printed 50 explicit posters he planned to put up in her home town.
The girl, now 20, was not named after Judge Michael Addison said he had power under common law to refer to her under a pseudonym. She was called "the young lady".
She told police in a statement that she was ashamed, shocked, embarrassed and distressed by what had happened. "The hurt that this has caused to me and my family is indescribable," she said.
Nourse, a sports science student at Loughborough University, began his campaign after the messages he intercepted suggested that she had dumped him and rekindled a relationship with a former boyfriend.
Michael Spong, prosecuting, said the offences started after the girl had ended the nine-month relationship in June this year.
He said Nourse had two friends who worked for the mobile phone company O2, to which the girl subscribed. They began intercepting her messages and passing them on to Nourse. The student then realised she had been two-timing him with a previous boyfriend.
After hacking into the woman's e-mail account, he directed a friend of hers to the on-line sex images.
Michael Hillman, defending, said: "He accepts that what he did was utterly wrong. He was so upset and angry that he didn't think through what he was doing."
Mr Hillman said Nourse had put the images on the website in the morning and by the evening the police were at his home in Hook, near Chessington, Surrey. He admitted what he had done and said he immediately regretted it.
Nourse pleaded guilty to obtaining personal data, performing unauthorised modification of a computer program and harassment.
The judge said: "A custodial sentence is the only one I can justify because anybody else who might be tempted to do something like this must know what the penalty will be."


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Russia Reform Monitor - No. 2115
Still more power to the FSB;
A double-edged sanctions sword
Edited by Amanda Azinheira
February 7, 2017
January 1, 2017:
Russia's newest counterterrorism measure is about to make political protest much more dangerous. According to The Moscow Times, Russian President Vladimir Putin has just signed into law new legislation granting greater authority to the country's main security agency, the Federal Security Service (FSB), to deal with crowds. Under the measure, which can be invoked when deemed necessary in order to prevent acts of terror, FSB agents will henceforth be permitted to open fire on crowds without warning.
Predictably, the legislation has met with heavy opposition from human rights groups. "Adopting this bill in its current form is absolutely unacceptable, because it violates the fundamental human rights to life and health," says an open letter signed by leading human rights campaigners and sent to the Federation Council, Russia's upper legislative chamber. But the opposition has not hindered the measure's passage - it "sailed through both houses of Russia's parliament and then the Kremlin," the Times reports.
January 2:
Radical right-wing militia groups in Russia are dipping their toes into a new - and lucrative - market. The Washington Post reports that training programs designed to teach interested individuals combat skills are cropping up in Russia. While some of these courses are apolitical in nature, some are known to be run by right-wing groups. The military-like training is seen by many as part of preparation for a supposedly impending war, stemming from Russia's conflict with Ukraine or its ongoing tensions with the West.
January 3:
Conventional wisdom has it that the Kremlin is eager to see a lifting of Western sanctions against Russia - something that may be more likely when the Trump administration takes office. However, notes Russia expert Paul Goble, at least some Russian observers are sounding the alarm over what they see as potentially dangerous consequences of a more normalized relationship between Washington and Moscow. "The upsurge in popular support for Vladimir Putin in the wake of the Crimean Anschluss and the West's imposition of sanctions gave the Kremlin leader the opportunity to put off any serious reforms and to blame the West for all the difficulties that the Russian people have been facing," writes Goble in his Window on Eurasia blog. The removal of sanctions could thus paradoxically refocus Russian attention on the deficiencies of Putin's government, becoming a "catalyst" for growing domestic discontent.
More U.S. sanctions, meanwhile, could be in the offing, with U.S. legislators said to be drafting a bill to impose additional economic penalties on Russia. According to CNN, a bipartisan group of senators is preparing the legislation in response to Russia's purported interference in the U.S. elections. Senator Ben Cardin, the top Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has indicated that the bill is also intended in part as a response to Russia's actions in Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Arizona Senator John McCain, a Republican, has indicated that the bill is still in its early stages, however.
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The Kremlin is providing arms to the Philippines, as well as strengthening diplomatic relations with Manila. Reuters reports that the growing warmth in bilateral ties between the two countries is a reflection of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's eastward turn. Since taking office in June of 2016, the new Philippine head of state has distanced himself from the U.S. and sought to strengthen relationships with both Russia and China.
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The average person in Cuba is terrified of the government.
Do not think about, write about or deal with human behavior without determining the effects of incentives. It's not their money, of course they'll waste it.
Wherein we see that politicians have a lot better intentions than results.
The Last Thing We Need Is a Brilliant President
Markets, Not Experts, Are the Best Decision makers
Barry Brownstein
"Is this woman brilliant or is she brilliant? C'mon people, wake up. Do what's right for this great country."
The writer was exhorting his Facebook friends to support Clinton just moments after a February town hall meeting between Clinton and Sanders. Her brilliance was obvious to him and, sincerely concerned about the future of the country, he felt a duty to inform others.
He is not the only one looking for brilliance in politicians. Others have found it in Ted Cruz, who is said to be "off the charts brilliant."
Why seek brilliance in politicians? There seems to be a widespread belief that America will be well again if a politician with the right plan and the intelligence to carry it out obtains public office.
What if that belief is false?
Just How Brilliant Can Any of Us Be?
FEE founder Leonard Read in his book Deeper Than You Think noted that, despite our intelligence, each of us can know very little: "No person, regardless of his pretensions, glimpses more than an infinitesimal fragment of the Truth.… No person is any more than an intellectual mite, a spiritual speck in the Cosmic Scheme."
"Intellectual mites" can't solve the fundamental economic problem of society. In his classic essay "The Use of Knowledge in Society," Nobel laureate F.A. Hayek explains why. First, he points out the unimaginable powers we would need to centrally plan our economy:
If we possess all the relevant information, if we can start out from a given system of preferences, and if we command complete knowledge of available means, the problem which remains is purely one of logic.
"No person glimpses more than an infinitesimal fragment of the Truth." — Leonard Read
Of course, none of those ifs is possible. Hayek continues:
The knowledge of the circumstances of which we must make use never exists in concentrated or integrated form but solely as the dispersed bits of incomplete and frequently contradictory knowledge which all the separate individuals possess. The economic problem of society is thus … a problem of the utilization of knowledge which is not given to anyone in its totality.
When we understand Hayek, we understand that politicians who think they can plan don't even know how ignorant they really are. Read explains:
The political officeholder who recently intimated that he and his bureaucratic staff now had the will and the power to maintain an ever-expanding economy may be less a speck than you or I, for he doesn't even know how little he knows.
Why would politicians lack humility? Read described a human tendency that makes it hard for any of us to be humble:
How difficult it is to appreciate the littleness of our private wisdom, awareness, perception, consciousness! The tendency is to compare one's self with one's fellows which, more often than not, leads to the conclusion, "What a bright boy am I!"
The bright boys and girls who hold political office know little about the accuracy of their decisions and judgments. Nobel laureate behavioral economist and psychologist Daniel Kahneman warns: "Overconfident professionals sincerely believe they have expertise, act as experts and look like experts. You will have to struggle to remind yourself that they may be in the grip of an illusion."
Do we enable politicians when we fall for their confident air and proclaim their brilliance? After all, we expect candidates to produce answers for problems in one-minute sound bites. When they don't, we call them indecisive and conclude that they lack solutions.
The Market Has Wisdom That Individuals Lack
In his book The Wisdom of Crowds, journalist James Surowiecki explains that intelligence is not fungible: "there's no real evidence that one can become expert in something as broad as 'decision making' or 'policy.'"
Surowiecki has counterintuitive conclusions for those who believe in decision making by elite experts:
If you can assemble a diverse group of people who possess varying degrees of knowledge and insight, you're better off entrusting it with major decisions rather than leaving them in the hands of one or two people, no matter how smart these people are.
The diversity we need to make better decisions is inherent in markets. As Surowiecki observes, markets are "made up of people with different attitudes towards risk, different time horizons, different investing styles and different information."
Each person's behavior is based on knowledge so specialized and time-sensitive that no authority can possibly match it. A person also has the possibility of learning from mistakes.
Similarly, economist William Easterly instructs us in his new book, The Tyranny of Experts, that markets, not brilliant politicians, are "the most successful problem-solving system in human history."
The truth is, each of us knows very little. As individuals, we are fallible decision makers. We don't know where solutions will emerge, or as Easterly puts it, "what will be the solution," or "who will have the solution."
Substituting the brilliance of the individual mind for the wisdom of the market leads to disaster.
Humility toward mighty "impersonal forces," far greater than any human mind, is what is called for. Substituting the brilliance of the individual mind for the wisdom of the market leads to disaster. So, what role does that leave for brilliant politicians?
Do Brilliant Politicians Diminish Us and Prevent Solutions?
In her book Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter, leadership consultant Liz Wiseman distinguishes between two types of organizational leaders: those who are able to tap into dispersed organizational knowledge and those who diminish organizational knowledge. Diminishers, she observes, are at their core "intellectual supremacists." Wiseman writes,
The Diminisher's view of intelligence is based on elitism and scarcity. Diminishers appear to believe that really intelligent people are a rare breed and I am one of the few really smart people. They then conclude, other people will never figure things out without me.
Some leaders, Wiseman writes, "seem to drain intelligence and capability out of the people around them." Do brilliant politicians drain the "intelligence and capability" out of the whole economy?
What if what ails us is not the absence of a brilliant political leader? What if what ails us is not too many problems and too few dollars to solve them? What if our real problem is that human ingenuity is being blocked by those who lack the humility to see that their real job is to steward property rights and the rule of law and then get out of the way?
I would like to find a politician who was smart enough to know that people do better without guidance. That would be intelligent.
Government Job or Respect–Which'll It Be?
Cheerio and ttfn,
Grant Coulson, Ph.D.
Author, "Power Teaching: How to Find Someone to Teach Your Child when the Education System has Failed."
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Cloud computing applications are something that you must be using daily. But you do need to know about what it actually means and the various components that are used for cloud computing. The parts are collectively known as Cloud Computing Architecture and typically consist of a front end as well as a back end platform. The networks as well as the delivery system are also part of the cloud architecture.
The front end of the system is the part that the client can see while the back end consists of the cloud.
The front end includes the computer that the client will be using along with the application software needed for accessing the cloud. However, not all cloud applications use identical interfaces. The e-mail or communication applications usually use the Web Browsers whereas other kinds of applications provide network access.
The back end consists of multiple computers as well as data storage systems that are collectively known as the cloud computing devices. These systems can comprise of various programs from simple video games to data processing and other complex applications. Each of them comes with their own dedicated server.
The operation is carried out smoothly by an administration server. It monitors the traffic on the cloud system and caters to the demands of the client. A set of protocols are followed and various middleware are utilized for network communication. A common technology known as server virtualization is often adopted. This helps in reducing the number of physical computers in the system.
Cloud computing service providers usually have large capacity storage computers for holding the data of their clients. However, the digital data is copied to ensure its availability at all times. This process of copying or creating backup is known as redundancy. Loss of data is unheard of in cloud computing technology due to this particular practice.
IBM's smartcloud enterprise is a public cloud Iaas which is lithe, secure and scalable technology that provides access to storage facilities along with functional virtual servers. It is perfect for software development as well as testing functions and also helps to make your workload easier. A part of the Smart Cloud framework from IBM, it also consists of Saas business solutions along with cloud computing architecture for both private and hybrid clouds. Using this cloud enterprise helps in minimizing the errors considerably.
The Smartcloud enables a user to:-
• Spin the infrastructure on requirement.
• Build software stacks
• Make limited use of the service on a pay per use basis.
Learning about architecture is not mandatory if you are interested in running applications only. However, it is important to get an overview of how the cloud computing technology works as you may have to take stock of your account by monitoring the entire system from time to time.


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I always love creating images that capture motion. They are one of my favorite ways of photographing subjects, so you can understand my excitement when it was announced that Motion was August's theme challenge for the blog circle I participate in.
Unfortunately, my family suffered another loss this summer: My grandfather passed away 3 weeks ago, so my husband and I spent a week back home in Dallas with my family to remember him. On top of that, I'm going back to school this week to pursue my associate's degree in graphic design, and begin the quest for my bachelor's degree. Needless to say... this month has gotten away from me.
But I still wanted to participate in this month's theme! So these are some older images (some from my early NYIP days) from an on-going personal project I like to call "Disneyland in Motion."
Enjoy!... And when you've finished here, go check out Okinawa Family Photographer, Kristi James Photography blog and see how she uses motion in her fabulous photography.
Golden Zephyr at California Adventure.
Dumbo, the Flying Elephant!
Astro Orbiter in Tomorrowland Big Thunder Mountain in Frontier Land.
The carousel in Fantasy Land.
The wheel of the Tea Cups.
My hubby on the Tea Cups.
Mad Tea Party! One of my favorite photos I've ever taken. It was the first photo I had on exhibit at the San Diego County Fair in 2012.
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Building Fence
If you have ever seen a map of ESF you will most certainly notice the large amount of fence that is on the farm. Maintaining this much fence can be quite the job. The yellow is the property boundary and the red lines represent fence rows.
However, a few of these red lines no longer exist, or are in the incorrect place on the map. The fence line around field 69 is a good example. This is one of our hay fields and does not have any fence on the eastern edge of it along the woods. This is a field that we wanted to be able to stockpile fescue in after we made a first cutting of hay. That could only mean one thing, Greg and I have been building fence.
For this project we decided to just put up a 4 strand barbed wire fence through the woods. There was an old logging road in the general area that we wanted to fence so that allowed us to not have to do all that much clearing. The graphic below shows the new route through the woods.
It ended up being about 2,000 feet total, but this fence allowed us to graze another 24 acres. We also plan to put one of the tire waterers in this field as well, but that installation has not happened yet.
Here are a few pictures from our efforts.
The first pass through we cleared just enough to be able to drive the gator along side where the fence would be built. Then we used the gator to string 2 strands of barbed wire at a time, mainly using trees for our post.
The project turned out good and we are looking forward to having this additional grass to graze this fall. And of course, when you are working in the woods you never know what you might run across.
This deer rub was on a 5 inch diameter tree. Unfortunately we did not see the buck while we where building the fence, but I bet he was surprised to see 4 strands of barbed wire steepled to it the next time he came by!
We ended up having to use about 20 steel posts to fill in the gaps where there weren't any trees to steeple to. But I don't think that is too bad considering we put up 2,000 feet of fence.
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Hello, my name is Dan Miller and I work for the Kentucky Beef Network. KBN took over operation of the Eden Shale Farm in April of 2013. We are using the 961 acre farm as a demonstration and learning center for beef cattle producers. This blog serves as a place to document daily farm activity and host discussions about the demonstrations being implemented. I hope you find this information useful and that you come visit us at Eden Shale Farm.
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God doe not exist.
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1. It is tasked with you, (against) to show me that there are unicorns. Until you find a unicorn I won't believe you. They can exist beyond the realm of existence because they are magical. Therefore unicorns exist.
2. There are books that are really old which talk about unicorns existing.
3. There is no evidence to suggest unicorns don't exist.
4. Ahh I give up. Just debate me about god - with a compelling argument. I do actually want to believe in God because it made me happier as a child. I just can't because God's existence cannot be proved and relies on blind faith. Disprove the arguments and maybe give some of your own. Who knows? Maybe you might help someone find faith.
P1) Everything that Begins to exist has a cause.
P2) The Universe began to exist.
C1) Therefore, the Universe has a cause.
P1 is rooted in the law of Cause and Effect. For every effect, there must be a cause. P2 is proven by the Borde-Guth-Vilenkin Theorem, which states that any universe which has been, on average, expanding throughout its history must have a beginning [1]. The universe is expanding [2]. Thus it began to exist. Thus there is a cause of the universe. It must be timeless and immaterial since both time and material arose with the universe [3]. It must be extremely powerful, if not omnipotent, since it caused a universe with no preexisting material. It must be a free agent since there were no preexisting conditions to determine how it acted. Since it is free, it must have the capacity to be personal. These attributes are the very definition of God.
Jesus of Nazareth
There are certain historical facts that support the proposition that Jesus was resurrected. These facts are:
1. After his crucifixion, Jesus was buried in a tomb by Joseph of Arimathea.
Some reasons to accept this as fact include that there is no alternative burial story. If this was a myth, there ought to be some record of what actually happened. Reason 2 is that Joseph of Arimathea is not likely to be a Christian invention. Christians were angry at the Jewish leadership for their role in the Jesus" death [4]. Joseph of Arimathea was part of the Sanhedrin, so it is unlikely that Christians would invent him [5].
2. After his crucifixion, his tomb was found empty by some of his women followers.
One reason to accept it as fact is that women found his grave. Women"s testimony was discounted in first Century Palestine [6]. If the writers of the Gospels were lying, they surely would have tried to make their story more reliable by sending men to "discover" the empty tomb. Furthermore, the Jewish Leaders first response to the claim that Jesus was resurrected was to claim that the disciples had stolen the body, not to point out an occupied tomb and laugh away the disciples [7]. Thus we have evidence that the tomb was empty.
3. People experienced appearances by Jesus after his crucifixion.
We have reason to believe that this is true. There are only 3 options. These people were lying, hallucinating, or they actually saw Jesus. Lying fails to explain why 10 of the disciples were martyred for their Faith. People often die for lies that they believe to be truth, but the disciples would have known if they were lying.
The problem with hallucination is that it fails to account for the physical experiences described in these accounts. After his crucifixion, he had supposedly eaten with his disciples [8]. The problem it encounters is that the disciples would have known that it was just a hallucination because they would have realized that they were still hungry because they had not actually eaten. There is a greater underlying problem though: that of simultaneous hallucination. It is immensely improbable that all of the disciples had the exact same hallucination at the exact same time. Thus the most probable explanation is that they actually saw Jesus alive after his crucifixion.
4. The disciples believed that Jesus was alive despite much evidence that he was not.
(1) their leader was crucified, and the Jews had no belief in a dying messiah. (2) according to Jewish law, Jesus' crucifixion showed that he was a heretic. Not only was their leader gone, but his death showed that the Sanhedrin had been right. Yet, the disciples were still willing to die for their belief in the Resurrection.
What is the best explanation for these facts? The Christian can readily answer: "Jesus rose from the dead." C.B. McCullagh provides 6 tests that historians use to determine the best explanation for historical facts, which the Christian's answer passes [9]:
1. Great explanatory scope. Explains why Jesus' tomb was empty, why the disciples saw
after death appearances of Jesus and why Christianity grew as fast as it did.
2. Great explanatory power. Explains why Jesus' body was gone, why people saw him
alive despite seeing him crucified.
3. It is plausible. Given Jesus' unparalleled life, it is perfectly possible that divine resurrection happened.
4. It is not ad hoc or contrived. The only assumption that one needs to make is that God exists, which I have already demonstrated.
5. It is in accordance with accepted beliefs. The belief that God raised Jesus from the dead does not run afoul with the belief that people don't naturally rise from the dead.
6. It far exceeds other explanations in meeting conditions 1-5. Hypotheses like the hallucination and conspiracy hypotheses have been broadly rejected or simply can't provide an explanation as well as the claim that Jesus rose from the dead.
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Your first point is correct as it is a rule of epistemology. However the next two points cannot be known with current science. The Vilekin Theorem shows that the expansion of the universe must have had a point in time from which it originated, which is widely accepted to be the big bang.
However, the big bang claims to show how matter and space essentially began. It does not show the origin of energy. The start of the big bang assumes an infinitely small singularity that "evolved" into the universe it does not assume the creation of the universe at all because, science still just does not know how or if the universe began.
I will continue for the sake of argument that the universe has a creation based beginning that therefore requires a causation. The laws the universe follow cannot be known to exists outside the universe because we cannot observe outside the universe. This statement also has an equal opposite as the fact is, if you cannot observe what lies beyond the universe you cannot know what laws apply. This means that there could be time, material and a whole other universe outside of this one but, we just cannot know because it cannot be observed.
The largest fundamental flaw in all written history is that it is written. If I wrote a book now claiming to know God and it became one of the sole things that survived this civilization - would there be a religion seven thousand years later? Therefore any good historian will rely on multiple writings and archaeological evidence to back up any claim.
The entire argument by which you debate Christianity is invalid. You have only used the bible as source of your evidence. None of the online sources were more than just interpretations of the bible. Which would then bring me back to the book of unicorns. Maybe the paper at the bottom (your source 9)may have some good proof but I can't find any online version of it, which is a shame because it sounds like it would be a decent argument for the integrity of the bible.
But to me, without any archaeological claim or any other account the bible is just a book of legends whereby, someone kept saying a story until they decided to write it down. . You cannot claim historical fact from the bible alone as it historical accuracy is still being debated due to it's lack of archaeological evidence and dated accounts.
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I wish you all the best and hope your friends make a full recovery.
And for the information on the big bang here is my source http://www.physicsoftheuniverse.com...
I used this website a lot when I studied physics because of it's simple explanations. It sources its information from a variety of places:
Sounds good.
If he should not have to respond to my argument that Christianity is the right religion, then I too ought to be able to ignore his point that old books say unicorns exist, since this is a common type of argument against the Bible.
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The morgue is a legendary thing in the newspaper business -- a vast photo library, clipping archive and information center all rolled into one. As a symbol of the history of print journalism, it's a pretty hard thing to beat. It's also increasingly in danger of fading away in a digital age.
The folks at Tumblr took a peek at one of the most fabled of morgues: that of the New York Times. The paper's morgue is located deep in a basement in a separate building from the Times' sleek skyscraper. In the video, we see row after row of file cabinets, all potentially with hidden treasures. Photo editors at the Times pay tribute to the distinct pleasure of a physical archive.
"You can't touch digital," Darcy Eveleigh, a photo editor at the paper, says.
Jeff Roth, the so-called "Morgue Keeper," tells the filmmakers that the morgue is a frequently threatened species.
"There have been many times that they've tried to kill it," he says.
Luckily, though, the Times seems to have decided to make the most of a good thing. The paper has created a big, beautiful Tumblr full of images from the morgue. It's called, appropriately enough, "The Lively Morgue." It's a fitting way to honor what reporter David Dunlap says is the best thing about the archive: "The treasure of the morgue is the secrets that it holds."


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Nigeria's national interest should determine our position
On November 9, 2017, the House of Representatives organised a public hearing on the question of Morocco's admission-in-principle into the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This was against the background of Nigeria's admission of its support for the return of Morocco to the African Union at the January 2017 meeting in Addis Ababa under the cover of "African integration". But there was much ambiguity about Nigeria's willingness to follow through and encourage Morocco's membership of ECOWAS. There had also been so much opacity with Nigeria even claiming that it had no proper record of international treaties it had entered into.
However, public opinion and the people's buy-in are both critical to the legitimacy of decisions taken on their behalf by either governments or regional bodies seeking cooperation, collaboration and integration. Whatever may therefore be the interest of heads of government, it is important to structure public opinion appropriately to ensure the legitimacy of outcomes in line with the ECOWAS mandate and objectives. Beyond this, the overriding objective is to defend Nigeria's strategic interest as distinct from emotive nationalism and chauvinism.
It is in that context that we should examine the arguments against Morocco's bid for the membership of ECOWAS. Some have argued that Morocco is seeking to benefit from both the Arab League and ECOWAS at the same time and that this will reduce Nigeria's influence within the sub-region. Others canvass the extreme view that if Morocco joins ECOWAS, "Nigeria will disintegrate." Members of the House of Representatives resolved that if admitted into ECOWAS, Morocco, which enjoys a non-tariff economic partnership with the European Union (EU) will flood West Africa with European goods and pose a threat to the Nigerian economy. Groups such as the Nigerian Movement for the Liberation of Western Sahara, the Society for International Relations Awareness (SIRA) and other opinion leaders have also raised issues about geographical contiguity.
Unfortunately, in all these disparate positions, pertinent questions remain: How serious is the threat allegedly posed by Morocco to Nigeria's strategic influence in the ECOWAS sub-region? If African countries are expected to end up in African economic integration, how does the Morocco bid negate such aspiration? What are the real implications (political, economic and otherwise) of Morocco's membership of ECOWAS for Nigeria?
The argument that Morocco's opposition to self-determination in Western Sahara amounts to a disqualification fails to take into consideration the fact that confronted with similar threats, the responses of other African countries including Nigeria, have not been dissimilar to that of Morocco. Raising the banner of this argument is therefore self-serving and inconsistent. And what that suggests is that the reactions to the proposed Moroccan membership of ECOWAS suffer from a poverty of the contemplation of the long term perspective of the place of Nigeria within both the sub-region and the continent at large.
However, before any action can be taken for or against the bid by Morocco to join ECOWAS and what the position of Nigeria should be, public opinion needs to be well clarified to ensure effective buy-in and prevent a backlash such as has been seen with Nigeria's continued membership of the Organisation of Islamic Countries (OIC) and the D-8 Organisation for Economic Cooperation. Indeed, it is within that context that we understand the fears of those who look at the Morocco bid from the prism of local politics. But what is ignored is that the expansion of the sub-regional body beyond the West-Africa geographical does not in any way impinge on our national interest.
All factors considered, we believe that instead of adopting a knee-jerk reaction, the idea should be subjected to a national debate so that a more rational decision can be taken on the basis of enlightened interest rather than on emotions.


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Coffee Shop And Bakery Jobs
What could be better than a job environment always scented with the aromas of brewing coffee and baked goods? Coffee shop jobs provide a pleasant place to go to work, interact with people who are happy to be there (because who isn't happy to be picking up their caffeine fix?), and secure a steady income and benefits.
A coffee shop will train new employees in the skills of the barista (the term for a person who prepares specialty coffees), so even if you don't have prior experience as a barista, a pleasant manner and willingness to learn on your part should be enough to secure you a job. The benefits of working at a coffee shop, for qualifying employees, generally include health and disability insurance, paid vacation, retirement, and discounted drinks and merchandise at the shop itself. Additionally, a start at even an entry-level job puts you in position to gain the skills, knowledge, and experience of that business and potentially work your way into a management position if you'd like to aim upward.
As far as securing the initial job, previous experience can be a plus, but you can also educate yourself about the specific products and services offered by the shop where you're intending to apply, and speak knowledgeably in an interview even before you have the hands-on experience as a barista. Take the time to read about the company's history and philosophy, learn about its offerings of coffees, teas, and merchandise, and even spend a little time in the shop to get a feel for the clientele you can expect there. Ultimately, every coffee shop is looking for upbeat and smiling folks with a focus on positive customer service, and the willingness to learn the details of preparing specialty coffees. Many coffee shops also offer a variety of baked goods, and sometimes even breakfast items, so if you have prior experience as a cook, this might be another avenue where you can get started in a position with the coffee shop.
Coffee shops have become modern-day cultural centers, where writers, musicians, and artists often gather, where music CDs and books often become part of the merchandise offered, and where customers are amazingly loyal to the coffee shop of their choice. It's a place where you're likely to see familiar faces as repeat customers, where you'll be able to address regular customers by name, and where you'll enjoy the atmosphere redolent with the scent of coffee beans and the sounds of cheerful chatter.
Coffee shops also have the advantage—for a prospective applicant—of being abundant in every town. Even in an economy where many customers (and therefore businesses) are cutting back expenditures, specialty coffees seem to be the still-affordable "luxury" with which people continue to treat themselves. Nearly every city and town boasts a plethora of coffee houses, ranging from the ubiquitous chain establishments to quirky individual locally-owned companies. Having settled on the coffee shop as a desirable place of employment, you can apply at many of them, increasing your chances of finding a job opening that's the perfect fit for you.
As you apply for a job with a coffee shop, stress any previous experience you may have with positive customer service, whether as a barista or in any other industry; you ability to interact cheerfully with customers is your greatest asset as a prospective coffee shop employee. The company can train people to operate the coffee machines and cash registers, but it's much more difficult to instruct someone in personal interactions; for that reason, a wise manager will focus the employment-search on people for whom customer service is an established existing talent. Go into your interview prepared to talk about the individual business of the shop where you're interviewing, be open about any areas where you lack experience, while stressing your willingness to train and learn, and make a point to demonstrate your own ability to interact pleasantly and cheerfully with other people. An interview is a "sales job" of sorts, in which you're selling yourself as the ideal candidate for the job. And when your interview is successful, you can celebrate with a cup of your favorite brew—purchased with your new employee discount!


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You know you are a YANKEE if...
1) You think barbecue is a verb meaning "to cook outside."
2) You think Heinz Ketchup is SPICY!
3) You don't have any problems pronouncing "Worcestershire sauce" correctly.
4) For breakfast, you would prefer potatoes au gratin to grits.
5) You don't know what a moon pie is.
6) You've never had grain alcohol.
7) You've never, ever, eaten Okra.
8) You eat fried chicken with a knife and fork.
9) You've never seen a live chicken, and the only cows you've seen are on road trips.
10) You have no idea what a polecat is.
11) Whenever someone tells an off-color joke about farm animals, it goes over your head.
12) You don't see anything wrong with putting a sweater on a poodle.
13) You would rather vacation at Martha's Vineyard than Six Flags.
14) More than two generations of your family have been kicked out of the same prep school in Connecticut.
15) You would rather have your son become a lawyer than grow up to get his own TV fishing show.
16) Instead of referring to two or more people as "y'all," you call them "you guys," even if both of them are women.
17) You don't think Howard Stern has an accent.
18) You have never planned your summer vacation around a gun-and- knife show.
19) You think more money should go to important scientific research at your university than to pay the salary of the head football coach.
20) You don't have at least one can of WD-40 somewhere around the house.
21) You don't have any hats in your closet that advertise feed stores.
22) You call binoculars opera glasses.
23) You can't spit out the car window without pulling over to the side of the road and stopping.
24) You would never wear pink or an applique sweatshirt.
25) You don't know what applique is.
26) You don't know anyone with two first names (i.e. Joe Bob, Billy Bob, Kay Bob, Bob Bob)
27) You don't have doilies, and you certainly don't know how to make one.
28) You've never been to a craft show.
29) You get freaked out when people you don't know smile at you or talk to you.
30) None of your fur coats are homemade.